The last time I watched a major French blockbuster, I was a university law student. It was 2001 and I was packed into a cold cramped converted theatre in Durham city centre with a few friends. Wedged into our seats by our thick autumn coats and munching on an impossible supply of popcorn, we sat… Read more »

Having been thoroughly entertained by the thrilling sporting events of the Paralympic Games, I thought the bar had been set at its limit. Surely nothing could top the unbelievable feats of physical endurance and mental stamina displayed by these ‘Superhumans’. How wrong I was! For whilst most of us were still basking in the feel-good-factor… Read more »

“Thanks for the warm up!” proclaimed Channel 4, barely a second after the Olympic flame had flickered out of existence. Now “Meet the Superhumans”. The unashamedly gritty promo which followed, set a gutsy, almost cocky, in-your-face tone for the London 2012 Paralympic Games. After the hugely successful coverage of the Olympics, brought to us… Read more »

The past ten years have been seen by many as a golden era for children’s literature. Today the market for children’s fiction is more vibrant (and lucrative) than ever, with bestselling children’s books cramming shops and virtual bookshelves. But what are the drivers behind this phenomenon, and is this golden era set to continue?… Read more »

Four days ago, the disabled community lost one of its most influential champions. Lord Alf Morris of Manchester has been dubbed by many as ‘The Father of Disability Rights’. It is a title he justly deserves. His legacy is an admirable one. But in a world crippled by economic crisis, and with disability discrimination and… Read more »

About

Tony Seymour is a new author. He was diagnosed with mild cerebral palsy at birth.

‘The Mermaid in The Gherkin Jar’ is an enchanting children’s story, which highlights the challenges Tony faced as a young child growing up with the condition. Tony lives in Manchester. You can find him on Twitter.